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Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Button Bracelet and Earrings

With how short my crafting time has been lately, I've switched tactics and have been trying smaller projects.

I stashbusted to make this bracelet and pair of earrings. It only took about 2 hours total for the project, but I worked on it in little chunks as a study break.

The buttons came from my stash, but I think the bulk of them came from one of those packs they sell that has a bunch of plastic buttons that are all in similar colors, but different styles and sizes. The jump rings were probably about a quarter inch in size and are a heavier gauge wire. Their are also a few random beads and findings thrown in and I used a silver-plated toggle clasp because I can't get braclets on and off unless I use them.

And, obviously, I used a pair of earwires for the earrings. Both pieces making a lovely, quiet clicking noises. I don't know why I like that, but I do.

One day I will finally break down and buy some jewelry displays...

Linking up to many of the fabulous parties in my Link Party tab, including Met Monday and Show & Tell Friday! Check them out!

I know what you mean! I have a pair of earrings that do that, I always were them on date night with my hubby and he always laughs at me because without even realizingit I am swinging my head lightly from side to side so I can hear the little noise they make....and you did a great job...I've got no talent for jewelery...I keep trying...maybe I'll get it one day. :P

These are great! I have a post in my sidebar that is one of my most popular, abit a vintage button bracelet that I made. I am having my first link party tomorrow at Vintage Pollyanna. Will you join me? http://vintagepollyanna.blogspot.com/2010/11/join-me-on-tuesdays-for-new-link-party.html

I'm not a jewelry person, but this is so unique! You should sell them. People go crazy for jewelry like this. But what are you doing making this stuff? GO WORK ON YOUR PAPERS! Study break, indeed! :)Best,Gloria a.k.a the annoying jokester

Cec, I am absolutely a nerd for old buttons, so I'm totally smitten with your earrings and bracelet! Love the colors and the way you used the silver links to connect it all together! It was cool seeing you featured over at 504 Main too! Have a wonderful weekend! Jenn

Hi! Love the button jewelry and I just might have to try these! I do make some button jewelry, but nothing like these! Too cute! I just found you so will become a follower tonight. I am having a giveaway if you have time pop over!Thanks.